$55,000 Matching Fund for November

When was the last time you were on the top of Little Scaly Mountain and

experienced the sunrise over Chinquapin? Just as the sunrise assures us of a new day, with your support we are assured of Mountain potential to make a difference in the world.

Given the atrocities in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and other places, The Mountain is a place of refuge and solace. The work which can be done at The Mountain is essential for addressing issues of justice and compassion, and for enriching many lives.

During November, contributions to the Annual Fund will be matched up to $55,000 for a total of $110,000.

Registration fees and other revenue cover about 75% of cost
Annual Fund supplements day-to-day operations for salaries, utilities, basic maintenance, and administrative expenses

Thank you to everyone supporting the work of our mission. You are making more than a financial contribution, you are making a difference!

Yes, I Will Contribute

Grant Support

Please join us in thanking these organizations

If you know of any grants to support our dam repair, please contact us. This essential work supports youth and adult water activities as well as educational explorations.

Southface Good Use

For high-performance energy systems, we received a $60,000 matching grant in 2022. This was used for new HVAV in the Rec Hall, the Commons, replacement of baseboard and propane heaters for mini-splits in cablns (photo above) and much more.

We have recently received a matching grant for $75,000 to support more energy efficiency in our guest and staff spaces. These two grants provided for $270,000 worth of upgrades.

Mountain Findings

This local resale store has supported The Mountain for several years. In 2022, we received a $12,000 grant for a greenhouse to extend farm produce variety and season.

In 2023, we received another $12,000 grant to furnish the greenhouse with hydroponics, work tables, educational equipment, and supplies.

These grants were matched by local supporters -- for $48,000.

Laurel Garden Club

$1,495 for food forest trees, berry bushes, and wildflower seeds.

Jesse Kirslis (Farm Manager) and Sean Powers (Farm Hand) with the Harcot Apricot tree and Salmon Berry.

Wild Azalea Garden Club

$983 for mushroom programming -- spores and plunger to inoculate logs, and mushroom growing kits for workshop participants to take home.

Wish List

OWL Meeting System, with cameras and microphone $3,000

This will enhance onsite and remote meetings and training opportunities.

Projector for guest program presentations and staff meetings $1,500

Corelle Dinner Plates - 50 $240

Corelle Bowls - 50 $200

Silverware sets - 50 $180

Grateful Gathering: Building Community November 22 - 26

Plan now for Thanksgiving Weekend

Join us to connect with others who care deeply about The Mountain, to be nurtured by this special place, and learn more about projects and programs.

Join Our Mountain Team

We are thriving and hiring!!

Maintenance and Maintenance Mgr.

Program Manager

Development Associate

Marketing

Housekeeping

Guest Services

Positions open and applications:

Message from the Board -- Steven Reines

In May 2024, I will come to the end of my term on the Mountain Board of Trustees. It has been a rewarding and fulfilling experience.

I started on the board in the midst of the COVID pandemic. I was there during the hunt for our new executive director (I think we picked a great one) and I leave at the beginning of a capital campaign that will carry this wonderful place into the future.